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mxk116 replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

Did you read the article in the attached link? If you did you'd know the answer to that question.

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May 16, 2024, 03:35 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

Truer words were never spoken. One would think that critical acclaim (as a function of exceptional performance) would translate into success in the marketplace.

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May 16, 2024, 10:46 AM

Mike replied to a thread Still dialing in Avantgarde’s for customers and friends (on a Saturday night no less) in Avantgarde

Alan, it probably won’t tell you much as it was particular for his setup with 8 subs (!!), four towering bass horns, 2 x 231’s and 2 x additional subs at the rear for his room and HIS type of music (classical). For one thing, we had to start with...

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May 16, 2024, 10:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

You do have to often wonder how people listen…especially at shows. That one guy who liked the Aries Cerat also liked the Linn. I’ve heard from numerous people these were the two worst sounding rooms (with the third being the new Vivid’s). Shows...

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May 16, 2024, 10:04 AM

mxk116 replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

And yet I received an email newsletter this morning from HiFi+ where Aries Cerat, Wilson and CH Precision were among the rooms cited as best by the HiFi+ reviewers in attendance. Munich High-End 2024: The Top, Top Fives! - hi-fi+ Horses for...

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May 16, 2024, 09:34 AM

Mike replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

Yes. Seems like the Wilson/CH room didn’t fair well either. Frankly, that’s a pairing I just don’t see. I mean, on paper it should make a lot of sense: speaker with a lot of lower mid bass energy and a slightly lean in the bass set of...

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May 15, 2024, 08:07 PM

Mike replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

Munich High-End 2024 - Page 4 of 4 - Gy8 Wow. Aries Cerat didn’t fair well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 15, 2024, 03:13 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread Delivery Day in Magico

I'm with Darrel's comment above, the A5 and Gryphon should be a terrific combination. IIRC you were using Pass Labs in the past. How would you describe the difference between the Gryphon and the Pass pre/power amp you previously used? I'm certain...

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May 15, 2024, 11:21 AM

Mike replied to a thread Delivery Day in Magico

Wow! Looks awesome Sean. Big congrats! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 15, 2024, 12:12 AM

mxk116 replied to a thread David Sanborn Dies in Music Forum

From DownBeat magazine; David Sanborn, Star Alto Saxophonist, Dies at 78

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May 14, 2024, 06:38 PM

Mike replied to a thread Charleston, SC in General Off Topic Forums

Would love to! But this trip is about supporting my daughter. I can sneak away a few hours during the day, but that’s about it. I’ll come back and visit for a special trip to see you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 14, 2024, 05:28 PM

Mike replied to a thread Charleston, SC in General Off Topic Forums

Ping me if you want to catch a beverage. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 14, 2024, 12:21 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

That is what I am anticipating in my room. I appreciate you sharing your first hand experience in Munich.

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May 14, 2024, 08:29 AM

Mike started a thread Charleston, SC in General Off Topic Forums

Do we have any members in the Charleston, SC area? I’m going to be there Wednesday May 15 - May 22 accompanying my daughter who’s taking some training. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 13, 2024, 01:52 PM

Mike replied to a thread Still dialing in Avantgarde’s for customers and friends (on a Saturday night no less) in Avantgarde

It’s from Avantgarde. When I had mine all those years, I took the time to really learn the software. Other than the folks in Germany, I’m not sure of anyone else state side who knows it as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 13, 2024, 01:37 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread Still dialing in Avantgarde’s for customers and friends (on a Saturday night no less) in Avantgarde

Beautiful room and system. Mike, in the photo, the software displayed on the laptop, is from Avantgarde? If not, what is it? Thanks

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May 13, 2024, 01:34 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread David Sanborn Dies in Music Forum

Saddened by the news of David Sanborn's passing. Saw him perform many times in the 80's & 90's while living in New York. A fine musician and a happy humble person.

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May 13, 2024, 01:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread Still dialing in Avantgarde’s for customers and friends (on a Saturday night no less) in Avantgarde

Yes. Tampa. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 13, 2024, 01:14 PM

Mike replied to a thread David Sanborn Dies in Music Forum

Me too. As a sax player myself, his technique and skill on the live studio album, “Straight To The Heart” is second to none. A benchmark. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 13, 2024, 12:32 PM

Mike started a thread David Sanborn Dies in Music Forum

تسجيل الدخول إلى فيسبوك Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 13, 2024, 11:30 AM

Mike replied to a thread Psi avaa c20 in Acoustic Treatments & Digital Room Correction

Active bass traps like AVAA’s are great, Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 12, 2024, 04:59 PM

Mike replied to a thread Munich High End 2024 in Other Shows

Thank you for the wonderful coverage and photos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 12, 2024, 11:33 AM

Mike replied to a thread N20, n30sa, mc10 in Aurender

Gotcha. We clock the aurender off the MSB DAC. You could do a N-01XD SE with Aurender and Aurender clock. Both benefit. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 11, 2024, 07:53 PM

Mike started a thread Still dialing in Avantgarde’s for customers and friends (on a Saturday night no less) in Avantgarde

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May 11, 2024, 02:20 PM

Mike replied to a thread My experience with the K-03XD in Esoteric

Yes! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 11, 2024, 01:57 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread My experience with the K-03XD in Esoteric

Is the upgrade available to US customers? If yes, I will have to contact Suncoast for details and get in the queue. Mike to the rescue?

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May 11, 2024, 11:15 AM

Mike replied to a thread Jackson Brown - Running on Empty (Max) in Music Forum

Yes, that’s why I was shocked by the Max. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 11, 2024, 10:02 AM

Mike replied to a thread Jackson Brown - Running on Empty (Max) in Music Forum

Didn’t pay attention. The version won’t matter because the Tidal MAX beats the QoBuz by a lot. I have both. This Tidal MAX version is wow. Tidal has upped their game. They had to. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 11, 2024, 09:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Jackson Brown - Running on Empty (Max) in Music Forum

Tidal Max. Just make sure it’s the Tidal Max (yellow logo). Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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May 9, 2024, 01:04 PM

mxk116 replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

Video courtesy of Jay's Audio Lab, the debut of the Magico S5 2024. Sounds pretty nice as far as I can tell.

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May 9, 2024, 07:03 AM

Mike replied to a thread Shunyata Theta and Gamma Series Announced in Shunyata Research

Music Direct tranships Shunyata product to Australia in clear violation of their dealer agreement? Interesting. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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May 8, 2024, 09:46 AM

Mike started a thread Jackson Brown - Running on Empty (Max) in Music Forum

Occasionally you come across and album that you cannot believe how good it sounds (remastered). I stumbled on this on Tidal Max, and even though I’m a QoBuz guy, whatever tidal has done for this particular album, sounds better than QoBuz, CD,...

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May 7, 2024, 07:23 PM

Mike replied to a thread N20, n30sa, mc10 in Aurender

The MC10 will work brilliantly with the N20 and say an Esoteric K-01XD SE. Then both the Esoteric and N20 clock off the same clock Another option is take the DAC and clock funds and put it into an MSB DAC which have clock sync options so you...

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May 6, 2024, 03:56 PM

Mike replied to a thread Streamer selection in Computer/Digital Audio

Didn’t even know there was such a neighborhood. Haven’t heard the Eversolo. Heard the name though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 6, 2024, 03:35 PM

Mike replied to a thread Streamer selection in Computer/Digital Audio

Depends on budget. The Aurender A15 and Lumin T3 are both excellent. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 5, 2024, 09:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric announce new model N-01XD SE in Esoteric

Yes, that’s the plan. Right now the focus is getting the new SE’s out the door. Then I think they will formulate the upgrade program. But the plan is for it to be done in-house in the USA. Esoteric sure is busy! SE models and tone arm...

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May 4, 2024, 12:23 PM

Mike replied to a thread 54 Years Ago Today ....... in General Off Topic Forums

That’s just crazy. So sad. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 3, 2024, 06:06 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB

Discrete - Premier - Ref - Cascade No more select Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 3, 2024, 04:15 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB

Replaces select 2 Premier plus DD closes the gap. That’s the thinking. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 3, 2024, 12:25 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB

Exactly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 3, 2024, 11:31 AM

Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB

No more select. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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May 3, 2024, 09:15 AM

Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB

Same modules. Same ability to swap modules. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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